I am from those smoldering campfires and staying up all-night chatting with friends, to happy friendships, to sad leavings I am from the letters that I get from everyone, scattered in my desk, they will always be with me though as I travel on and explore a new place every year. I am from telling my parents, "I won't miss you guys" to ecstatic when I see them running to my cabin. From the big heavy back packs to hiking up big mountains. And the humongous delicious meals. I am from all of those moments, for I must travel on to another adventure to spark more friends and memories. -Maisie Kostuchenko WINNER! 👇 I See I see the reflection on the mirror, I see the wounds and scars that are clearer. I see my soul speaking to me saying to "believe." But, I just see myself getting deceived. I fall to the ground failing I know I'm just bailing. I have the courage to speak I know I am not weak. So I get up and try again. Because I know who I am and I tell myself again and again. Now, I see the smile that should've been there before.; I tell myself you were just as beautiful before Now I am a shining star, You should be who you are!!! -Adya Tiwari
Wind Devil I, with brisk dry frost brush swiftly across your face. Your quivers of pain leave me stretching the smirk on my face with glee. I loathe when the warm hours reach MY land of misery. Ruling over your every movement still has me humbled though. Remember, you can hide yourself in a jacket or bury your nose in a scarf or even wear a parka if you suffice. But, I'll find a way to get under your skin. Like the DEVIL. Just the WIND. - Saya Skarbinski